At the start of this season, an intriguing opportunity may have just emerged for Kent Hughes and the Montreal Canadiens in the trade market.
Hughes previously sought to obtain Trevor Zegras during the summer, with negotiations in place and the Canadiens expressing interest while the Ducks were open to a trade. However, the cost seemed to be a barrier, which is why Zegras remains in Anaheim at this point. But might that change soon?
This summer, sources indicated that Trevor Zegras was valued at a package including Logan Mailloux and a late first-round draft pick. Now, his value appears to have dropped significantly.
As the Ducks shift their offensive focus to players such as Cutter Gauthier, Mason McTavish, Leo Carlsson, and soon Beckett Sennecke, Zegras finds himself in a role that doesn’t fit him.
With Zegras possibly available at a more reasonable price, it presents a bargain opportunity for Kent Hughes. Despite being a talented player, he has only recorded 2 points in 8 games this season and seems to be in need of a fresh start.
His point totals over the years reflect a worrying trend:
– 44 points in his rookie season
– 67 points in Year 2
– 67 points in Year 3
– 40 points in Year 4
– 23 points in Year 5
His trajectory in Anaheim is not promising, indicating he is no longer a key figure for the organization.
Could Kent Hughes take advantage of this situation by offering a young player like Logan Mailloux? Would this move potentially benefit the team in the future?
